Overview
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Education
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Calla chastain

Venice,California

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Surgical Technologist II

Cedars Sinai
Marina del Rey, CA
07.2024 - Current
  • Assists in various surgical specialties with a focus on complex spine surgery, orthopedic reconstruction, and robotic-assisted general surgery, maintaining strict adherence to sterile technique and patient safety protocols.
  • Prepared and maintained sterile fields for anterior/posterior spinal fusions, laminectomies, and disc replacements, ensuring precise instrumentation setup and intraoperative support.
  • Efficient in high-volume orthopedic surgical procedures, including total joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder) and arthroscopic procedures.
  • Proficient in the setup and operation of Da Vinci robotic systems for general surgery cases including cholecystectomies, hernia repairs, and colectomies, contributing to reduced operative times and enhanced outcomes.
  • Maintained and troubleshot robotic instrumentation and camera systems pre-, intra-, and post-operatively, ensuring equipment integrity and minimizing surgical delays.
  • Collaborated directly with surgeons, medical reps, and circulating nurses to ensure accurate surgical counts, implant verification, and documentation during high-risk procedures.

Education

Associates of Occupational Science - Surgical Technology

American Career College
07.2024

Bachelor of Science - Public Health and Health Education

University of North Florida
12.2016

Certification

  • CST, NBSTSA
  • TS-C, NCCT
  • BLS, American Heart Association
  • Fire Safety, LA Fire Department

Timeline

Surgical Technologist II

Cedars Sinai
07.2024 - Current

Associates of Occupational Science - Surgical Technology

American Career College

Bachelor of Science - Public Health and Health Education

University of North Florida
Calla chastain